Which of the Following Can Be Cited as an Example

question 97

Multiple Choice

Which of the following can be cited as an example of outsourcing?

• A) Microsoft hands over its customer service function to Convergys, located in India.
• B) Volkswagen acquires a steel manufacturing plant to reduce its overall production costs.
• C) Dell sources computer parts from suppliers located in Russia.
• D) Audi starts a manufacturing facility in China to take advantage of low labor costs.
• E) P&G acquires a retail outlet to reduce its distribution costs.

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Definitions:

Credentialing

The process of verifying the qualifications and professional standings of practitioners, often including background checks, certification, or licensure verification, to uphold standards of service.

OSHA

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, an entity within the U.S. government, focuses on upholding and ensuring healthy and safe working environments.

HIPAA

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act is a U.S. legislation enacted to safeguard the privacy and security of patient health data.

CLIA '88

See Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988.